Publications

February 1997 (Revised November 2007)
Case

Tale of Two Electronic Components Distributors

By: Ananth Raman and Bharat P. Rao

Discusses the role of distribution intermediaries in the electronic components industry, and describes operations at two of these distributors. Serves as a vehicle to discuss the functions provided by distributors in the channel. Also lets students understand the... View Details

Keywords: Growth and Development Strategy; Distribution Channels; Consolidation; Internet; Distribution Industry; Distribution Industry

01 Jun 2007
News

Up from the Ashes

introduces his famous term “creative destruction”: “The opening up of new markets, foreign or domestic, and the organized development from the craft shop and factory to giant concerns illustrate the same process of View Details

Keywords: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools; Educational Services

September 2007
Case

Still Leading (B5): General Claudia Kennedy—In Command of Life

By: Rosabeth Moss Kanter and Lance P. Pierce

Describes the transition issues for General Kennedy after she left the army and tried to apply her leadership to social causes. View Details

Keywords: Transition; Problems and Challenges; Social Issues; Personal Development and Career; Leadership; Public Administration Industry

November 1996 (Revised May 1998)
Case

Margaret Thatcher

Portrays Margaret Thatcher's rise to the leadership of Great Britain's Conservative Party. Thatcher's political career began with her election to Parliament's House of Commons in 1959. Sixteen years later she was elected the leader of her party, and then in 1979, she... View Details

Keywords: Leadership; Personal Development and Career; Gender Characteristics; Government and Politics; Power and Influence; Public Administration Industry; Great Britain

21 Nov 2024
Blog Post

How Alumni Can Recruit When They Aren’t Recruiters

some tips and tricks to tackle hiring at HBS like a recruiter. Reach out to our Corporate Relations Directors and Employer Relationship Managers for support The Career & Professional Development team is here to support you in... View Details

Keywords: All Industries

July 1989 (Revised December 1990)
Case

CIBA-GEIGY Pharmaceuticals: Pharma International

By: John A. Quelch

Examines the decision by Pharma International on whether to launch an antimalarial product in Nigeria and, if so, how that should be implemented. Involves commercial, ethical, and policy considerations. Rich in situation assessment data, the case refers to criticism of... View Details

Keywords: Ethics; Decision Choices and Conditions; Product Launch; Policy; Developing Countries and Economies; Pharmaceutical Industry; Nigeria

Profile

Benjamin Wells

"But what education really needs now is a sense of how to replicate good schools. We need a fresh perspective on management; on making sure resources are developed and improved. What makes the best schools more effective? How do we... View Details

Profile

Brendan Mosher

biggest worry coming to HBS," says Brendan, "was that everyone would be so competitive. But academically, it's the least competitive school I've seen. People care more about the development of the section as a whole than... View Details

01 Jun 2000
News

HBS Alumni Association Board of Directors: President's Report

progress in developing a program for the 2001 conference in Cleveland. Scheduled for May 15-18, the conference theme is "Leading in a Changing World: Innovation, Growth, and Transformation." In addition to headline speakers, the event... View Details

Keywords: Edmund A. Hajim (MBA 1964)

15 Aug 2024
Blog Post

Learning from Mistakes and Leveraging Personal Experiences: Tiffany Kent (MBA 2001)

Learn about the career resources available to HBS alumni through HBS Career & Professional Development I graduated from Harvard Business School at the tail end of the dot-com bubble and was fortunate to join Goldman Sach’s high-tech... View Details

20 Dec 2018
News

Baker Library Webinar Features Resources for Alumni

acquisitions, and exploring literature on thought leadership. But many didn’t realize they had access to Baker and wanted to know how to navigate all that it offers. The webinar showed participants how to find information on any business topic, including trends and... View Details

Keywords: Margie Kelley

20 Mar 2018
First Look

First Look at New Research and Ideas, March 20, 2018

initiatives more closely to specific objectives: preventing misconduct, detecting it, or aligning policies with laws and regulations. Then, using careful model design and some creativity, firms can develop better metrics to measure what’s... View Details

Keywords: Sean Silverthorne

April 2006 (Revised February 2007)
Case

Rebuilding the New Orleans Public Schools: Turning the Tide?

After Hurricane Katrina, the New Orleans Public School System is faced with rebuilding from the ground up. The challenge is enormous, as is the opportunity to remake the lowest performing public school system in Louisiana and one of the lowest performing in the nation.... View Details

Keywords: Programs; Natural Disasters; Urban Development; Education; Infrastructure; Public Administration Industry; Public Administration Industry; New Orleans

06 Aug 2018
Research & Ideas

Supersmart Manufacturing Tools are Lowering Prices on TVs, Bulbs, and Solar Panels

quickly and cheaply than ever before. The reason? Tools are being developed that have more knowledge baked into them, meaning manufacturers don’t have to develop as much custom technology to compete. Sean... View Details

Keywords: by Sean Silverthorne; Manufacturing; Electronics

Web

Online AI Course | HBS Online

diverse applications of AI, machine learning, predictive modeling, and data science Explore ethical AI-related challenges to implement it responsibly and manage risks Develop the skills and frameworks to shape your organization’s digital... View Details

01 Feb 2018
News

HBS Professor Emeritus Hugo Uyterhoeven Dies at 86

Hugo Uyterhoeven Hugo Uyterhoeven Hugo E.R. Uyterhoeven (MBA 1957, DBA 1963), an expert on general management and a member of the Harvard Business School (HBS) faculty for more than 50 years who maintained a steadfast commitment to course View Details

June 2010 (Revised January 2012)
Case

Blue Man Group: Creativity, Life and Surviving an Economic Meltdown

In 2008, Blue Man Group's three co-founders are facing the prospect of losing not just a business but a way of life they have built together. The case follows the story of Chris Wink, Matt Goldman, and Phil Stanton as they pursue their creative passion and build the... View Details

Keywords: Arts; Financial Crisis; Entrepreneurship; Crisis Management; Growth and Development Strategy; Brands and Branding; Personal Development and Career; Creativity; Entertainment and Recreation Industry

November 2019
Case

Edita: Making Choices in Uncertain Times

By: Caroline M. Elkins, Juan Alcácer, Alpana Thapar and Youssef Abdel Aal

After 15 years of steady growth and expansion, Edita, a leading Egyptian snack producer, faced a series of challenges in the wake of the Arab Spring. In January 2011, the Egyptian Revolution sparked political and economic turmoil that reflected the waves of protest and... View Details

Keywords: Decision Making; Developing Countries and Economies; Economy; Business or Company Management; Price; Crisis Management; Growth and Development Strategy; Distribution; Risk and Uncertainty; Business Strategy; Expansion; Currency; Food and Beverage Industry; Egypt; Africa; Middle East

April 2023
Supplement

Fresh Food Generation

By: Brian Trelstad

Instructors should consider the timing of making videos available to students, as they may reveal key case details.

This case highlights one of five BIPOC entrepreneuers in the Boston area as part of the HBS Impact Investment Fund. In fall 2021, a team of... View Details

Keywords: Growth and Development Strategy; Entrepreneurship; Race; Food and Beverage Industry